coral reef

noun

: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water

Examples of coral reef in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Second, mineral sunscreens are safe for coral reefs, whereas chemical sunscreens are known to cause bleaching. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 July 2026

Marine heat waves are triggering extreme weather, killing off marine wildlife and bleaching coral reefs, and even more heat is in the forecast with a super El Niño weather pattern expected this year. — Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Millions of dollars in coastal infrastructure and a booming fishing industry are at risk in South Florida as the region’s coral reefs continue to die off at a rate scientists call alarming. — Laurie Mermet, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026

The warning bells are ringing for another potentially killer season for Florida’s beleaguered coral reefs, sending reef restoration companies scrambling to protect their brood. — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026

Rhymes for coral reef

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Kids Definition

coral reef

noun

: a reef made up of corals, other organic substances, and limestone